2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | Insight |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |