2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Colorado | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3465 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
