2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 795 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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 1998 Honda Civic. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |