2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 890 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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 2002 Honda Life. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | Life |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 31 L |