2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Renault Safrane. 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 Renault Safrane. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
