2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (278 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1831 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 84 L |
