2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 758 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Colorado | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 54 L |
