2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 880 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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
