2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (271 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
