Chevy Colorado vs Ford Ranger

When it comes to choosing your next truck, you need a refined blend of power under the hood to command your explorations. The Chevy Colorado delivers with two powertrain options to choose from:

With the Ford Ranger, the base engine is a 2.3-liter 4-cylinder engine. That means their base engine has a smaller capacity for fuel than the Colorado’s base 2.7-liter Turbo engine.

The extra power output in the Colorado also helps this pickup achieve a higher towing capacity of 7,700 pounds when properly equipped. The Ranger, on the other hand, falls short with a maximum towing capacity of 7,500 pounds when properly equipped.

Although the Chevy can tow more, you’ll be able to easily tow a small hard-side RV, a small recreational boat, a couple of jet skis, or a pop-up camper with either pickup.

When you want to take to the streets in a new truck, you’ll want to make sure you have a commanding presence. The Chevy Colorado demands attention with an aggressive stance and a 213-inch overall length. At just 210.6 inches long, the Ranger doesn’t draw the eye quite as much.

With the Colorado being the longer companion, this also generates more space for you, your peeps, and your personal belongings.

The biggest exterior difference between these pickups lies in their cargo space. The Chevy Colorado introduces these amenities in its truck bed:

• 8 standard or 17 available tie-downs—Secure your home renovation supplies or dirt bikes with confidence.
• Tailgate Measurement Tool—Forgot your tape measure at home? The Colorado has one built in.
• Available integrated tailgate storage—Need an on-the-go toolbox, emergency kit, or cooler? This feature is built into the tailgate to provide lockable and watertight storage.

In comparison, the Ranger offers four standard cargo bed tie-downs and goes without comparable utility features to aid in storage and productivity.

While the cabins of the two vehicles have similar sized cabins, you’ll find you can stretch out a bit more in the Colorado:

As you can see, the cabin of the Colorado has more space for both drivers and passengers. In addition to legroom, the front row of the Colorado offers 57.4 inches of shoulder room compared to the 57.1 inches of the Ranger’s front row. Some riders may feel a bit cramped in the Ranger with less wiggle room.

As you settle into your sweet spot, the infotainment systems in either pickup will keep you entertained and connected to the outside world. Starting with the Chevy Colorado, you’ll find a standard 11-inch Driver Information Center. In addition, the standard central touchscreen display is 11.3 inches!

The Ford Ranger, on the other hand, has less display real estate to enjoy. Its base model features an 8-inch Digital Instrument Cluster. The Ranger also offers a 10-inch center display.

The Chevy offers a cockpit that’s a bit more advanced.