2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Colorado | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
