2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Colorado | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
