2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 165 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
