2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 397 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 83 L |
