2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Toyota Mark II
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 Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Mark II 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 19 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
