2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 137 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Colorado | i40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
