2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara 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 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 69 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Colorado | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
