2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 32 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 249 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Colorado | Vectra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |