2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Colorado | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
