2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. 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 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Multivan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |