2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 7 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 834 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 142 L |
