2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 69 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |