2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Dakota | Colorado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |