2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger 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 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 264 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
