2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Fortuner (376 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2006 Toyota Fortuner has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Fortuner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
