2011 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Holden Calais

To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Colorado and 2011 Holden Calais were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Holden Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Holden Calais (350 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 2011 Holden Calais has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Holden Calais will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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