2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Honda CRX
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 CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX 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 53 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 694 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. 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 CRX. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | CRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
