2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 665 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |