2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 939 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
