2012 Audi A1 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 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 81 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 509 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 2011 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, 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 A1. (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A1 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A1 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 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 | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3954 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1416 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
