2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Caddy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |