2011 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 BMW 123.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Colorado | 123 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
