2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 538 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Colorado | Forenza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |