2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 48 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |