2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 71 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1283 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1594 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
