2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Colorado and 2005 Chevrolet Spark were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 124 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 895 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Spark |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 776 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
