2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 415 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Colorado 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Colorado Camaro
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 426 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2166 kg 1751 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 72 L


 

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