2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 930 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Colorado | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 33 L |