2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Colorado and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Colorado | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1795 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |