2001 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan 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 94 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sharan | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
