2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 872 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 117 L |
