2002 Opel Concept M vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Concept M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Concept M would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Opel Concept M. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Concept M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Concept M weights approximately 37 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Concept M, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Concept M. (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Concept M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Concept M | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Concept M | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
