2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 68 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
