2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 4 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
