2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 190 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
