2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 557 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
