2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Colorado | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
