2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Honda Z
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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z 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 124 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 790 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Honda Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 35 L |