2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Colorado | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
