2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall 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 67 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 369 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Colorado | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
