2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens 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 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens. 2010 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Colorado | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1793 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
