2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |