2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 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 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Fiesta | Colorado |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |