2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 275 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 2001 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. 2001 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Dodge Durango | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Durango | Colorado |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |