2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 561 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |