2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 379 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Camry 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Toyota Chevrolet
Model Camry Colorado
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3310 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 258 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 72 L


 

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