2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 5 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 46 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 851 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
