2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 BMW Z4

To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW Z4. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Colorado 2011 BMW Z4
Make Chevrolet BMW
Model Colorado Z4
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4239 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2497 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L


 

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