2016 Toyota Tacoma vs 2016 Chevy Colorado

With similar powertrains available for each of the models in our 2016 Toyota Tacoma vs 2016 Chevy Colorado you can expect exciting and capable performance from either option. With that being said, the Toyota Tacoma caters to drivers who want to experience mud-slinging adventures while the Chevy Colorado focuses on providing a responsive on-road experience. The preferred powertrain for the reinvigorated Toyota Tacoma is a 3.5-liter Atkinson cycle V-6 that makes 278 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque with direct and port fuel injection. Chevy Colorado editions employ a 305-horsepower 3.6-liter V-6 that shells out 269 pound-feet of torque. Each of these pickups offer a fuel-efficient four-cylinder variant as well.

Elite off-road performance is the deciding factor in this comparison that sets the Toyota Tacoma apart from its competition. When you opt for the Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road trim, you will benefit from an on-demand four-wheel drive system paired with an Automatic Limited Slip Differential and electronic transfer case. These off-road elements are augmented even further by a Multi-Terrain Select system, an innovative Crawl Control feature, an off-road tuned suspension and Bilstein performance shocks. By comparison, the Chevy Colorado Z71 Trail Boss edition puts more focus on looks rather than performance. Toyota Tacoma models even include a standard GoPro camera mount so you can record your off-road adventures. Stop in today at White River Toyota to see the Toyota Tacoma for yourself.