2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 689 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Terrano | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Terrano | Colorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |