2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Polo 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 77 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 22 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |