2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 348 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. 2011 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
