2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 135 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 702 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Colorado | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 22 L |
