2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Colorado and 2009 Renault Trafic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 85 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Colorado | Trafic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |