2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus 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 31 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 489 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 202 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |