2008 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 885 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
