2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 298 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Vectra (265 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Colorado 2008 Opel Vectra
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Colorado Vectra
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 265 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 61 L


 

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