2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
