2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Colorado and 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Colorado | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |