2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 456 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
