2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1012 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 463 kg more than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero. 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 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm) has 862 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
| Model | Colorado | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1090 mm |
