2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 258 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
