2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 254 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
