2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 81 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
