2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V40 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 55 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V40. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 176 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V40. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | V40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
