2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |