2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 96 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 (252 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
