2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 454 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
