2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 368 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.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Colorado | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
