2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Commodore. 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Colorado | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
