2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Infiniti FX.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti FX. 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 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Colorado | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
