2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 549 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Grand Caravan (286 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
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2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Grand Caravan | Colorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 258 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |