2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 4 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 427 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | MiTo | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
