2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus 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 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
