2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 281 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
