2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 968 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 7439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3440 mm |
