2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 957 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 117 L |
