2007 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 845 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |