2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 327 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
