2005 Toyota Tazz 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 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tazz 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 111 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 601 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tazz | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tazz | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2901 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
