2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
