2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Ford Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
