2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Ford Telstar
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 Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 396 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
