2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1619 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 105.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 3075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 114 L |
