2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 438 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
