2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Colorado | Trailrunner |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |