2011 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2011 Opel Astra and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Astra. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Opel Astra | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Astra | Colorado |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |