2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 925 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Colorado | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
