2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Colorado and 2004 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
