2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 582 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Routan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 78 L |
