2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Ford Focus
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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |