2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 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 94 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| 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 | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
