2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra 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 22 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
