2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 246 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 87 L |
