2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Chevrolet Impala
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 Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (380 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala 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 Impala | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Colorado | Impala |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |