2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (176 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1803 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
