2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 962 kg more than 2005 Fiat Doblo. 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 Fiat Doblo. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
