2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 784 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | E-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 132 L |