2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Colorado | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 381 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |