2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
