2008 BMW 750 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 750 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 74 L |