2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Tundra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 4180 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |