2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Colorado | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |