2011 BMW 118 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 118 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 157 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 118 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| 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 | 143 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 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 |
