2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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, 2008 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 452 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
