Choosing between the Chevy Colorado and Silverado 1500 pickup trucks can be a very rewarding and instructive process. While both Chevy trucks offer impressive capabilities and features, they’re built for different segments of the truck market. Here’s a closer look at how the mid-size Colorado and full-size Chevy Silverado 1500 compare in key areas to help you decide which truck works best for you.
Performance and Engines
The Chevy Colorado offers three compelling engine options. The base 2.5-liter four-cylinder delivers 200 horsepower and 191 pound-feet of torque. For more power, a 3.6-liter V6 develops 308 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque. Last, there's an efficient 2.8-liter Duramax® Turbodiesel with an output of 181 horsepower and an impressive 369 pound-feet of torque.
In comparison, the Chevy Silverado 1500 offers several more muscular engine choices for Wilkes-Barre, PA truck buyers. The base 4.3-liter V6 is more powerful than the base Colorado engine, with 285 horsepower and 305 pound-feet of torque. After that, two V8s are available: a 5.3-liter with 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque, and a mighty 6.2-liter producing 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. The Silverado 1500 also offers an efficient 3.0-liter Duramax® Turbodiesel inline-six that’s rated at 277 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque.
Towing and Hauling
The Colorado's capable engines enable it to tow up to 7,700 pounds when properly equipped with the available trailering package. Payload capacity tops out at 1,578 pounds. With its larger size and more powerful engine lineup, the Silverado 1500 has a maximum available towing capacity of 13,300 pounds. Payload ratings range up to 2,250 pounds, depending on the configuration.
Trailering technology like Hitch Guidance with Hitch View, Trailer Sway Control, and an in-vehicle trailering app are available on both the Colorado and Silverado 1500 to make towing safer and easier.
Interior
The Colorado can comfortably seat up to five with a spacious crew cab configuration. It offers amenities like available leather-appointed seating, automatic climate control, and a heated steering wheel for extra comfort.
As a full-size truck, the Silverado 1500 provides even more interior space, especially for rear-seat passengers. Higher trim levels feature premium materials and upscale touches that make the cabin an enjoyable place to spend time on the road.
Technology
Both the Colorado and Silverado 1500 come equipped with Chevy's user-friendly Infotainment®3 System featuring a color touchscreen, Bluetooth connectivity, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone integration, available 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, and access to the myChevrolet mobile app.
Safety technologies like Forward Collision Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Vision Camera, and Rear Park Assist are offered on both trucks to elevate your security behind the wheel. The Silverado 1500 has a few extra safety options like Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, and Adaptive Cruise Control.
Exterior Features and Bed Sizes
The mid-size Colorado and full-size Silverado 1500 feature bold, muscular exterior designs with attractive Chevy styling cues. The Colorado offers two bed sizes: a 5' 2-inch short box and 6' 2-inch long box. Three bed options are available on the Silverado 1500: a 5' 8-inch short box, 6' 6-inch standard box, and 8' long box.
Useful bed features on both models include available spray-on bedliner, LED cargo area lighting, and EZ Lift & Lower tailgate. The Silverado 1500 also offers the Multi-Flex tailgate with six versatile functions, and up to 12 standard tie-downs.
Compare Both Trucks at Tom Hesser Chevrolet
The choice between the Chevy Colorado and Silverado 1500 really comes down to your truck requirements and budget. If a highly maneuverable mid-size pickup with solid capability meets your needs, the Colorado is an excellent choice. For maximum towing and hauling along with a spacious cabin, the Silverado 1500 is the better option. To compare the Chevy Colorado and Silverado 1500 pickups and take them for a test drive, visit Tom Hesser Chevrolet in Scranton, PA.