2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Optima 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 47 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 196 kg more than 2006 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Optima. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Colorado | Optima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |