2005 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Fit | Colorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |