2006 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Colorado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |