2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Ford Puma
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 Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Ford Puma. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 152 kg more than 2004 Ford Puma. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Puma. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Puma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
