2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |
