2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 101 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. 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 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Colorado | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
