1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 486 kg more than 2012 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Dodge Durango | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Durango | Colorado |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |