2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (198 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |