2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Colorado | Verada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |