2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Colorado and 2004 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 461 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.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Colorado | Durango |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 2119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 102 L |