2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa. 2004 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Opel Corsa | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Corsa | Colorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 72 L |