2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Vector M12
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Colorado and 2005 Vector M12 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 Vector M12.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vector M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Vector M12 (576 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Vector M12 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vector |
Model | Colorado | M12 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 576 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |