2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 is newer by 5 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 276 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 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, 2011 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Colorado | B4000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |