2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Colorado and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 125 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |