2010 BMW 320 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 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 320.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 320 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |