2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
