2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1332 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 108 L |
