2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 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 (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 820 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
