2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Ford F-150.
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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3050 mm |