2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Jeep Chevrolet
Model Grand Cherokee Colorado
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3704 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 258 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 72 L


 

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