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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 815 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
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 Skoda Octavia (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 | 2768 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |