2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Colorado and 2005 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 417 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |