2009 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2009 BMW 318 and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 318 | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 318 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |