2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 7 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Colorado | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |