2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A3 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
