2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2011 Ford F-250 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. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford F-250 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | F-250 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |