2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 113 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Colorado | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 82 L |
