2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
