2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Colorado and 2005 Volvo XC90 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 (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. 2005 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
