2008 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (391 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
