2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
