1998 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2010 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1998 Ford F-150 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.
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1998 Ford F-150 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | F-150 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3210 mm |