2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 133 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Maxima. 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 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Colorado | Maxima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |