2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
