2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna 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 34 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 148 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 (251 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2730 mm |
