2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Colorado | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |