2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Colorado | 406 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |