Chevy Colorado vs Ford Ranger

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A compact pickup truck could be the just-right fit for your Highland, Hartford, or Milford, MI, lifestyle. Compare the 2021 Chevy Colorado vs. Ford Ranger and you’ll quickly see just how capable these two trucks are.

The Feldman Chevrolet of Highland team is taking an in-depth look at these two trucks' performance, interior amenities, and safety features. Continue reading to learn more about the latest editions of the Colorado and Ranger, to find the one that’s right for you.

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Colorado vs Ranger Performance

What makes the Chevy Colorado unique? A lot, to be honest. Let’s begin with the engines, though. The most powerful engine offered by the Colorado is the available 3.6L DOHC V6 engine that provides up to 308 horsepower.

Unfortunately, the most powerful engine the Ford Ranger is able to muster is its standard 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 engine. This powertrain is designed to generate up to 270 horsepower, which is solid, but it’s not as impressive as the Chevy Colorado. If you really want a vehicle engineered for performance, you’ll want to give the Colorado a try.

The Chevy Colorado also has an available Duramax® 2.8L Turbo-Diesel engine, a highly efficient engine which delivers 369 lb-ft of torque. This engine also gives you 7,700 pounds of towing capacity, more than the 2021 Ranger, which tops out at 7,500 pounds of towing capacity. Bring a boat or midsize trailer along for the ride and enjoy better towing capacity in the Colorado.

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Interior Amenities

The new Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System, which features Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, comes standard on the Colorado. In just a few seconds, you’ll have your smartphone connected to the large 7-inch touchscreen. Read text messages, choose a new song from your saved playlist, or use your favorite map application to reach your destination.

The standard screen offering in the Ranger is a 3.5-inch display, which is much smaller than what you’ll find in the Colorado.

The standard long box in the Colorado measures at a length of 74 inches, which is a bit longer than your average typical compact pickup bed. Indeed, the Ranger standard offering is just 72.8 inches, so you’ll have more space to store important cargo in the Chevy Colorado.

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Chevy Colorado vs Ford Ranger Safety Features

Both of these vehicles are equipped with standard Rear Vision Cameras. When backing up, you’ll see an image of what’s going on behind you on the screen in the center stack. Navigate out of tight spaces and your own driveway with confidence and receive an alert if you’re too close to an object or another vehicle.

Unique to the Chevy Colorado is Teen Driver Technology. Your family’s safety is important. With this standard feature, it’s possible to keep an eye on a younger driver even when you aren’t in the car with them. Set speed alerts, volume limits, and more with an in-vehicle report card giving you status updates. You won’t find similar technology in the Ranger.

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