2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 648 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Colorado | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 2282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 129 L |
