2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 901 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 Tahoe (427 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |
