2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Colorado | D8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
