2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Colorado and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Colorado | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3498 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |