2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Ram. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 129 L |
