2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 236 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
