2008 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 322 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
