2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC Smart 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 113 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 MCC Smart | |
Make | Chevrolet | MCC |
Model | Colorado | Smart |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |