2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 714 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Colorado | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |