2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 103 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ranger | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Ranger | Colorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 328 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |