2001 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus 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 58 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. 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 Focus. 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
