2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |