2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 860 kg more than 2000 GAZ 3111. 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 2000 GAZ 3111. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Colorado | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
