2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 840 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Colorado | 205 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 110 L |
