2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Ford GT

To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Colorado and 2004 Ford GT were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.

Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford GT. 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Ford GT
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Colorado GT
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 5409 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 494 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 679 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 105.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.4:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1658 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 66 L


 

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