2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 134 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Colorado | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
