2004 MG ZS vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG ZS would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 191 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | MG | Chevrolet |
| Model | ZS | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
