2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trans Sport | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3210 mm |
