2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Colorado and 2004 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1631 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 Dodge Ram (753 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Colorado | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5882 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 753 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 120 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 3149 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 129 L |