2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 731 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
