2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 316 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Ranger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3198 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |