2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Colorado and 2006 Peugeot 307 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 (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 607 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307.

Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 307. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Colorado 2006 Peugeot 307
Make Chevrolet Peugeot
Model Colorado 307
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 202 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 88 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2166 kg 1559 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 60 L


 

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