2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3474 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |
