2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |