2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 296 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2648 mm |
