2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 854 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Chevrolet Colorado 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Chevrolet Jeep
Model Colorado Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4821 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1943 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 93 L