2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
