2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 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 535 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Colorado | 535 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |