2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 117 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
