2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 44 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
