2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 2 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 156 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 284 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Colorado | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 35 L |
