2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |