1995 Ford Versailles vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1995 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Versailles.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Versailles. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Versailles. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Ford Versailles | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Versailles | Colorado |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |