2011 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 531 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 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
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2011 Jeep Wrangler | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
Model | Wrangler | Colorado |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3881 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1826 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2423 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |