2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
