2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.

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2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Chevrolet Mitsubishi
Model TrailBlazer Colt
Year Released 2001 2004
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4157 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 269 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 47 L