2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 134 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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Colorado | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 7984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
