2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 6 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
