2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Sharan 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 27 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 76 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Colorado | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |