2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
