2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Colorado | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
