2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 36 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 GT-R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |
