2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 834 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
