2011 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 46 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fiesta | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4067 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
