2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 34 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 466 kg more than 2008 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |