2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 859 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Escort |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |