2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 305 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Colorado | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
