2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1142 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2892 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 144 L |