2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 37 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 372 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Caliber. 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, 2006 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
