2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Jetta | Colorado |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |