2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Quantum. 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 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
