2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 41 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 216 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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 Transit Connect. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
