2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2021 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Excursion (759 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Excursion | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 72 L |
