2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 343 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 Falcon (374 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
