2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
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 Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 286 kg more than 1997 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
