2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 450 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Colorado | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 129 L |