2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup 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 2,769 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 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 776 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 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 |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
