2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 266 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. 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 (252 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
