2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4292 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 117 L |
