2002 Mazda MPV vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MPV | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | MPV | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
