2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | 560 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |
