2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 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 63 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 GAZ 3110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Colorado | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
