2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Colorado | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
