2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 986 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 Traverse (360 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Traverse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
