2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 29 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |
