2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 54 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2010 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 2010 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |