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Compare Chevrolet Colorado vs Ram Dakota

Chevrolet Colorado
2024 Chevrolet Colorado
Select configuration:
$31,900
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.9
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Ram Dakota
2011 Ram Dakota
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$23,210
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.7L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
TurboMax™ (+$1,050)
Engine
3.7L V6 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
4-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 25 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 15 MPG
Hwy: 20 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
22 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater

Photos

Chevrolet Colorado
2024 Chevrolet Colorado Rear Angle View
2024 Chevrolet Colorado Steering Wheel Details
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Ram Dakota
2011 Ram Dakota Rear Angle View
2011 Ram Dakota Dashboard
17
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.7L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
TurboMax™ (+$1,050)
3.7L V6 Gas
Horsepower
237 hp @ 5600 rpm
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque
260 lb-ft @ 1200-4000 rpm
235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
4-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Maximum Towing Capacity
3,500 lbs
N/A
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
22 MPG
17 MPG
City
20 MPG
15 MPG
Highway
25 MPG
20 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.0 (2023) Tons/yr
11.0 Tons/yr
EPA rating
N/A
2

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
21.4 gallons
22 gallons
Cruising Range City
428 miles
330 miles
Cruising Range Highway
535 miles
440 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
213.21 in
N/A
Height
78.79 in
68.6 in
Max Width
74.91 in
71.7 in
Wheelbase
131.36 in
131.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
45.17 in
41.9 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.29 in
39.6 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.4 in
57.7 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.71 in
54.9 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
34.7 in
32.1 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.28 in
36.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56.13 in
57.4 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.09 in
56.9 in

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Length (Floor)
61.7 in
78.8 in
Box Width (Floor)
58.8 in
59.6 in
Box Width (Top, Rear)
N/A
59.6 in
Box Width (Wheelhousings)
45.5 in
45.2 in
Box Height (Area)
N/A
17.6 in
Tailgate Width
N/A
53.3 in
Cargo Volume
41.9 ft³
46.6 ft³
Extended Cab Cargo Volume
N/A
30 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Electric Rack & Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
N/A
44 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 8"
16" x 7.0"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 8"
16" x 7.0"

Tires

Front Tire
255/65R17
P245/70R16
Rear Tire
255/65R17
P245/70R16
Spare Tire
T175/90D18
Full-Size

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Bright Silver Metallic
  • Bright White
  • Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl
  • Mineral Gray Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl
  • Deep Water Blue Pearl

Standard Interior Materials

  • Jet Black, Cloth seat trim
N/A

Optional Interior Materials

  • Jet Black, Evotex seat trim
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Optional
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Multi-Zone A/C
Optional
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Optional
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain Note
Certain commercial, government, and qualified fleet vehicles: 5 years/100,000 miles
N/A
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Maintenance Note
First Visit: 12 Months/12,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance Note
Certain commercial, government, and qualified fleet vehicles: 5 years/100,000 miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Emissions
N/A
2 Years / 24,000 Miles
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