2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Colorado | Caravan |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |