2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 516 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | W12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
