2001 Honda Integra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Honda Integra. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Integra. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Integra.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Integra 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Honda Chevrolet
Model Integra Colorado
Year Released 2001 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 72 L


 

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