2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
