2010 BMW 123 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 123 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 123 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 123 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1411 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
