2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 900 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |
