2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 2 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 577 kg more than 2007 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Colorado | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
