2009 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
