2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |
