2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 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 41 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 246 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volvo V50 (350 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
