2012 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | F-150 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3050 mm |