2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 142 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cavalier | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
