2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 438 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.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. 2013 Dodge DURANGO has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Colorado | DURANGO |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3042 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |