2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara 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 41 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 502 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 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 2005 Citroen Xsara. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Colorado | Xsara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 54 L |