2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 786 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. 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 2011 Toyota Prius. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |