2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX 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 46 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 126 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
