2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 84 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
