2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Colorado | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |