2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 371 kg more than 2001 Holden Vectra. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Colorado | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
