2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 324 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
