2011 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo 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 118 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 684 kg more than 2012 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Aygo. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Aygo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |