2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cavalier | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 74 L |
