2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 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 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 607 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 232 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |