2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 111 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Matrix |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |