2012 Ford Flex vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 767 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2012 Ford Flex 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. 2012 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Ford Flex 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Flex Colorado
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type Crossover Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 262 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 336 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type 6-speed automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2028 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 5126 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1928 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1727 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2995 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 72 L


 

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