2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Jetta and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 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 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Jetta | Colorado |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |