2011 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 104 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2001 Ford Econovan has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Econovan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Econovan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |