2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 680 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Altezza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |