2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Toledo 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 84 more horse power than 2006 Seat Toledo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 975 kg more than 2006 Seat Toledo. 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 Seat Toledo. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Colorado | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
