2010 Acura ZDX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura ZDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura ZDX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 451 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 2010 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura ZDX | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | ZDX | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1595 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
