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 12 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 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) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Colorado | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1794 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |