2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
