2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 818 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 123 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |