2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1537 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 588 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3386 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |