2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 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, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 404 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
