2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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 35 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
