2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Hyundai XG 300
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai XG 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai XG 300 would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai XG 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai XG 300 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai XG 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Hyundai XG 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Colorado | XG 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
