2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 126 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Polo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
