2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Lexus ES
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus ES (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus ES weights approximately 383 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, 2003 Lexus ES (325 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Colorado | ES |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
