2009 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Holden Colorado
To start off, 2011 Holden Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Holden Colorado. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Colorado. (207 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Colorado. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2011 Holden Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Holden Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2011 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 525 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
