2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V70 (193 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 114 kg more than 1996 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volvo V70 (275 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1996 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
