2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Aero would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Morgan Aero. 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, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Colorado | Aero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
