2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 642 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Colorado | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
