2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1228 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Colorado 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Colorado Corolla
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 1786 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 186 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 171 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1157 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 50 L


 

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