2008 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
