2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 66 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 581 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Colorado | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |