2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra 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 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 393 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 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 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Colorado | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
