2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 367 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
