2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 71 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 368 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
