2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Colorado and 2006 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 655 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. 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 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Colorado | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
