2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber 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 27 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |
