2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Passat | Colorado |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4003 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |