2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
