2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 6 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Colorado | Equator |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |