2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Ford Falcon
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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 156 kg more than 2003 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
