2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Colorado and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 281 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Colorado | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |