2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |
