2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1404 mm |
