2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Microbus 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 41 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 473 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
