2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. 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 1997 Honda CRX. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | CRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
