2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 416 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
