2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
