2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. 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 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Colorado | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |