2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 929 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |
