2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 545 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
