2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 579 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
