2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Colorado and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 517 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 New Beetle. 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 (252 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Colorado 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Colorado New Beetle
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 252 Nm 148 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 77.4 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1797 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L