2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 1201 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 Lexus LX (546 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Colorado | LX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 93 L |
