2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota

To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Colorado 2009 Dodge Dakota
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model Colorado Dakota
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 87.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 100 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2166 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 83 L


 

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