2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Colorado | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |