2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 161 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Verada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
