2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1082 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
