2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 71 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 239 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Avensis | Colorado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |