2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1173 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
