2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 10 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 744 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
