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| 200-308 HP | Horsepower | 270 HP |
| 191-369 lb-ft | Torque | 310 lb-ft |
| 7,700 LBS | Max Towing Capacity | 7,500 LBS |
If you are in the market for a tough, midsize pickup truck, you’ll certainly want to see how the 2019 Chevy Colorado vs 2019 Ford Ranger compare. As the top two competitors in the market, these trucks are more affordable and versatile than their full-sized cousins. While both can be used for daily city driving as well as heading out on off-road adventures, there are many difference between them that could sway your decision. From performance to safety and interior to exterior, these beasts vary greatly. With multiple engine options and trim levels to choose from, it’s important to carefully breakdown the features on each model to fully understand what you’re getting. Taking a closer look at towing capacity, fuel economy, safety features, exterior styling elements, and cabin materials will help you choose which lightweight truck is right for your driving needs.
While both vehicles offer the choice of 2WD and 4WD, that is exactly where their similarities end. The 2019 Chevy Colorado comes in multiple trim levels with several engine options, whereas the 2019 Ford Ranger only has three trim levels and a single engine.
The 2019 Chevy Colorado packs a major punch when it comes to power and overall performance. This beast is available with three different engine options to best suit your needs. The first choice is the 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that generates 200 HP and 191 lb-ft of torque. Equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission, it can tow up to 3,500 pounds and has a fuel economy set at 23 mpg combined (20 city/26 highway). The second option is the 3.6L DOHC V6 engine that pushes out 308 hp (best-in-class) and 275 lb-ft of torque. Equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission, it can tow up to 7,000 pounds and has a fuel economy set at 21 mpg combined (18 city/25 highway). The final option is the Duramax 2.8L Turbo-Diesel engine that produces 181 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque (best-in-class). Equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission, it can tow 7,700 pounds (best-in-class) and has a best-in-class fuel economy set at 25 mpg combined (20 city/30 highway). As far as performance goes, the 2019 Chevy Colorado gets gold stars all around.
On the flip-side, the 2019 Ford Ranger only has one engine across all three trim levels. Under the hood rests the 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 engine that generates 270 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. Equipped with a 10-speed automatic transmission, it can tow up to 7,500 pounds and has a fuel economy set at 23 mpg combined (21 city/ 26 highway). However, it does come standard with auto start-stop technology that shuts off the engine when you press on the brakes. Once the brake pedal is released, it automatically restarts the engine. This helps to save on fuel and is ideal for people living in big cities with heavy rush hour traffic. With multiple engine options, including a diesel, and a max towing capacity of 7,700 lbs, it is clear that the 2019 Chevy Colorado is a few steps above the 2019 Ford Ranger in the performance department.
Both models have aggressively styled exteriors and more than one body style to choose from. It’s up to you to decide which face best represent your personality.
For the 2019 Chevy Colorado, there are two cab styles available. The first is the extended cab, which is ready to ride with 2WD or 4WD and 6.1 ft in length. The crew cab is offered with the same drivetrain options and the choice of a short (5.1-ft) or long (6.1-ft) bed. The short box bed volume maxes out at 41.3 cubic feet, and the long box bed has a maximum volume of just under 50 cubic feet. The main difference between these two body styles is the back row inside the cabin. The crew cab features four doors, whereas the extended cab only has two full-sized doors. This means that in order for passengers to get into the back seat of the extended cab, they will have a tight fit.
Style-wise, the Chevy Colorado comes in 10 different paint colors. You can choose from Pacific Blue Metallic, Kinetic Blue Metallic, Red Hot, Cajun Red Tintcoat, Crush (orange), Black, Shadow Grey Metallic, Satin Steel Metallic, Silver Ice Metallic, and Summit White. Wheel sizes vary from 16- to 20-inches and come in aluminum or steel with multiple spoke designs and color options. This truck also has 7 special edition packages available including RST, Trial Runner, Redline, Colorado Custom, Z71 Midnight, Colorado ZR2 Bison, and the ZR2 Midnight and Dusk. Each package is designed for different personalities. Whether you are looking for something more sporty or you want your truck to look like a rugged beast that could climb a mountain, there is a special edition package that’s right for you.
Comparably, the 2019 Ford Ranger also comes in two body styles. Like the Chevy Colorado, both designs are available in 2WD and 4WD. The first is the SuperCab, which features a 6-ft bed with a maximum volume of just under 53 cubic feet and a maximum payload of 2080 lbs. The second body style is known as the SuperCrew. It seats five passengers and is equipped with a 5-ft bed. Its cargo volume maxes out at 43.3 cubic feet, and the maximum payload capacity is set at 1770 lbs. As with the Chevy Colorado, the noticeable difference is that the SuperCrew has four full doors while the SuperCab has two.
The Ford Ranger is only offered in 8 exterior paint colors including Saber, Lightening Blue, Red Pepper Hot, Absolute Black, Magnetic, Ingot Silver, Platinum White, and Oxford White. Wheels range in sizes from 16- to 18-inches and are made of steel or aluminum. This truck can also have one of four appearance packages added to it, including Black, Sport, STX, and Chrome. These stylish packages offer tweaks to the exterior to suit your personality, whether you need a rugged look or stylish chrome accents.
When it comes to the interior of the 2019 Chevy Colorado and the 2019 Ford Ranger, there are many comforts and technological features included between the two. The Ranger's base model doesn't include much, but offers plenty of upgradable options. The base level Colorado comes standard with significantly more features, with higher trim options adding more and more luxurious components.
Stepping inside the 2019 Chevy Colorado is an experience all on its own. This rugged truck is anything but basic. Depending on which trim level you choose, you can get a wide range of tech advancements to make your ride more enjoyable. The Chevrolet Infotainment 3 suite on the base model comes with a 7-inch touchscreen that operates with Bluetooth connectivity and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. A rearview camera is also included. Moving up to the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus will get additional upgrades such as an 8-inch HD touchscreen monitor, increased processing speed, voice recognition, downloadable apps, and 4G LTE WIFI hotspot capabilities. The top-tier Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium with Navigation comes with all the aforementioned features plus navigation, extra memory space, and an optional Bose stereo system. Safety features may include forward collision alert, lane-departure warning, blindspot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and pedestrian detection, emergency braking, and rear parking assist. These systems all work in unison to help prevent accidents on the road.
All three trim levels on the 2019 Ford Ranger come with Ford’s CoPilot360 advanced technology suite. These safety features include blindspot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alerts, pre-collision warning, lane-departure warning, emergency braking, automatic high beams, and a rearview camera. The base XL trim level offers the SYNC infotainment interface with a 6-speaker stereo for your entertainment. There is also a 4G LTW WIFI hotspot, as with the Chevy Colorado. The top-of-the-line Lariat trim level keeps the same sound system, but it adds the upgraded SYNC3 infotainment interface for better audio streaming and hands-free calling. There is the option to upgrade when choosing a SuperCrew to install a Bang & Olufsen 10-speaker sound system. Overall the 2019 Ford Ranger offers solid features in the base model, but requires upgrades to reach the standard options in the base model Colorado.
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