2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 2005 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |