2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 199 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, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Impala |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
