2007 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 578 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
