2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 748 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Colorado | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
