2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2614 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
