2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 124 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
