2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 101 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
