2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
