2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 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 17 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Colorado | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |