2008 BMW 735 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 362 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, 2008 BMW 735 (360 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 735 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
