2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 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 71 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 531 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
