2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Pickup. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2960 mm |
