2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 513 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
