2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota would be higher. Both 2006 Dodge Dakota and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado are equipped with a 3,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Dakota | Colorado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |