2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 573 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Colorado | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 91 L |