2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra 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 72 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (103 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 256 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Colorado | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 231 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |