2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 258 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1264 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |