2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 66 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
