2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Explorer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |