2010 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2010 Ford Explorer and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 324 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Ford Explorer | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Explorer | Colorado |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2061 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4912 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |