2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 108 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 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 | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |