2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 484 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Colorado | Forte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
