2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 24 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
