2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Colorado | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |