2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 753 kg more than 1999 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
