2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC 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 98 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 646 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Colorado | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
