2008 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 3 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
