1996 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsica | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |
