2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 780 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler 300. 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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Colorado | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
