2010 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 769 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Ram | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2318 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1908 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
