2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 555 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Colorado | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
