2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. 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 Viper (725 Nm) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Viper 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 Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
