2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 6 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 171 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.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Colorado | 159 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
