2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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 F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | F-350 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |