2007 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |