2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 439 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Colorado | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
