2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 216 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
