2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 3 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Colorado | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
