Ford Ranger vs Chevrolet Colorado
6 Things to Know About the Ford Ranger vs Chevy Colorado
In this midsize truck comparison, we’ll look at the ways the two rivals are serving their drivers. Should you buy the new Chevrolet Colorado or new Ford Ranger in 2024? Let’s take a look
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Basic Power
When it comes to how much horsepower and torque you get for the money, the Ford Ranger starts off miles above the Colorado. There’s a big difference between 237 and 270 horsepower. There’s an even bigger difference between 260 and 310 lb-ft of torque.
If you love to drive, you’ll want the higher performing truck. Adding to the fun, this Ford truck has Ecoboost technology to give you more power with greater efficiency overall.
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More Gears
The 10-speed automatic transmission on the Ford truck is capable of capturing the power arc better than the Chevrolet with its 8-speed automatic. That’s why the 270-horsepower Ford can do the 0-60 mph sprint in almost the same time as the Colorado’s 310-horsepower choice.
How does that affect your daily drive? With more gears, the Ranger can make more out of every horse under the hood. That means a lot when you are approaching highway speeds or when you are towing a heavy load up a hill. It’s also very helpful for low-speed trail riding.
Although it was a close contest, Motor Trend chose the 2024 Ranger over the Chevy Colorado and Toyota Tacoma. They came down on the side of the hardest worker, citing its work-oriented bed and great towing features.
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Towing Power
The 2025 Chevrolet Colorado is advertising a top tow rating of 7,700 lbs .That’s great, but there’s a catch. In order to get that number, you have to step up to the more expensive powertrain.
The Ford Ranger offers a 7,500 lb tow rating on its all-wheel drive trucks with a towing package. That’s just how good the standard engine is on the Ford. Chevy Colorados can tow 3,500 lbs with the standard engine. That 4,000-lb difference is huge!
Plus only Ford has automated trailer back-up assist. You won’t get that helpful feature on the 2025 Chevy Colorado, despite its status as an all-new model.
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Cabin Size Comparison
The Ranger and Colorado have very similarly sized cabins. The Ranger’s 34.6 inches of second row legroom is only a smidgen lower than the Colorado’s 34.7 inches.
Motor Trend praises the Ranger for its backseat. They call it far more generous in its dimensions compared to the Colorado or Toyota Tacoma. To learn about Ford Ranger prices, ask for a quick quote on your favorite trim.
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Bed Size Comparison
Chevy and Ford midsize trucks have a five-foot bed. However, the Ford bed promises about two extra cubic feet of space. That can really make a difference, especially if you are packing the bed for a long trip.
Another bed difference is the Ford’s tie-down rings. You’ll find them in front, middle and rear. In comparison, the Chevy just gives you front and rear tie-down rings.
As for steps, the new Ford Ranger steps are just ahead of the bumper and may actually be easier to use than the Chevy Colorado bumper steps.
By the way, despite the fact that the Ford cabin is just as spacious and the bed is actually more spacious, the Ford Ranger is about 2 inches shorter than the new Chevrolet Colorado. That gives it an advantage when turning in tight spaces and parking in shorter parking spaces.
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Interior
Motor Trend praises the Ranger for having the most comfortable seats. Edmunds praises the Range for having a special space for your smartphone and a second glovebox. In the end, they give the win to the Ford Ranger over the Colorado.
Ford also offers a huge vertical touchscreen. This makes using the system easier for those who regularly use smartphones or tablets. It’s all about swipe and pinch.
Both the Colorado and Ranger offer a standard digital instrument cluster. Both offer a list of driver assistance standards. Learn more about standards and trim levels in this new Ford Ranger review.
Conclusion
The new Chevy Colorado is a good truck, but the new Ford Ranger is a better truck with more space where it counts and more power for the price.
Schedule a test drive and see why this midsize truck really is a better buy.
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