2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |