2011 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A5. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Colorado | A5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |