2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1759 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
