2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 993. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Colorado | 993 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |