2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 656 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
