2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 239 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Chevrolet Colorado 2003 Honda CR-V
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Colorado CR-V
Year Released 2010 2003
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 58 L


 

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