2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1131 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Colorado | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 454 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |