2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 29 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
