2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Audi A5

To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Colorado and 2010 Audi A5 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 17 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.

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, 2010 Audi A5, 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 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Chevrolet Colorado 2010 Audi A5
Make Chevrolet Audi
Model Colorado A5
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 67 L


 

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