2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 543 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. 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 Suzuki Aerio. 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) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Colorado | Aerio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |