2012 Audi A1 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Audi A1 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A1 Colorado
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 141 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 3954 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1416 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2469 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 72 L