2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 76 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
