2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Dodge Intrepid
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 Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (242 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 114 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid 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 Intrepid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
