2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
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2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Colorado | S-10 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3130 mm |