2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 338 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
