1997 Lancia Dedra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 379 kg more than 1997 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
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1997 Lancia Dedra | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
Model | Dedra | Colorado |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |