2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 592 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
