2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Colorado and 2006 Ford Freestyle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2983 cc |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |