2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
