2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 831 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 2544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |