1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 883 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadmaster | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
