2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Ford Focus

To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 285 kg more than 2013 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 2013 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Colorado 2013 Ford Focus
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Colorado Focus
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4450 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4361 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2045 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 55 L


 

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