2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
