2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| 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 | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
