2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Ford Focus

To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Colorado 2013 Ford Focus
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Colorado Focus
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 198 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 12.0:1
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1321 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4534 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2060 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 47 L


 

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