2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |