2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 1 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 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 47 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2011 Audi Q5 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. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Colorado | Q5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |