2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 307. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Colorado | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
