2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 206 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
