2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 106 L |