2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan 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 85 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 278 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2210 mm |
