2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. 2003 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | NSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2975 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |