2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |
