2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 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 3 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Rover 800. 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 1999 Rover 800. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Colorado | 800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
