2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Colorado | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
