2009 BMW 650 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. 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 BMW 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 650 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |