2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 460 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Xterra |
| 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 | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
