2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Colorado and 2009 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger 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, 2009 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
