2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (300 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 813 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2513 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4783 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2743 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
