2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
