2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Dodge Durango
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 Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
