2009 BMW 116 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 116 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 116 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |