Compare 2021 Ford Ranger vs. 2021 Chevrolet Colorado

Serving Toledo, OH

When it comes to heavy-duty pickups, the Ford Toledo and the Chevy Colorado have always been pitted against each other. Both models are designed to provide customers with a mid-sized, high-performance truck. However, there is still a battle of supremacy to determine which of these two stands atop the other. The very first difference between these two models presents itself when it comes to the starting MSRP. The 2021 Ford Ranger has a price range of $24,820-$32,910 from the base model to higher trim. On the other hand, the Chevy cost a little more, with its starting MSRP being $25,200-$41,600.

Customers in Toledo, Ohio, can ask about the pricing for the 2021 Ford Ranger at Brondes Ford Toledo. To make an informed decision between the two, here are a few more comparisons you should consider.

Safety

The new generation of car owners is looking for models that feature some of the latest technologies for safety. Everyone wants to be sure they are safe when they are driving. Besides, buying a truck is a huge investment. In this category, the Ford Bests the Chevy since most of its safety features are standard to all its trim levels. Some of these features include a rearview camera: MyKey, an automatic braking system, and a forward-collision warning system.

Features available in other trim levels include cruise control, parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert, including trailer coverage, lane departure warning, and lane-keep assist. When it comes to safety ratings, the model was awarded well for all four crash tests by the IIHS.

When it comes to Chevy Colorado, most of these features are not standard. You have to upgrade to a higher trim level to get more protection. This means more out of your pockets. The model was also awarded three Good ratings for its crash tests by IIHS.

Performance and utility

When buying a heavy-duty pickup, one of the major priorities is their utility and capability. To compare how the Ford and Chevy perform is narrowed down to their towing ability. When it comes to gas towing, the Ranger bests Colorado with its ability to tow a maximum capacity of 7500 pounds against Chevy’s 7000. However, drivers can upgrade to higher trim levels to get the diesel-powered engine capable of towing a maximum of 7700 pounds. The Ford beats the Chevy since its towing capabilities are standard to all its models, while for the Chevy, you have to dig deeper into your pockets to achieve maximum power. Ranger also beats Colorado when it comes to the payload as it can travel with a maximum of 1860 pounds against Colorado’s 1578 in its bed.

To test out the performance of the Ford ranger, you can visit the Brondes Ford Toledo to set up a Ford Ranger online test drive. With an online test drive, you can get the experience you need to make an informed decision when it comes to performance. The Ford comes with a standard 2.3L turboI4 engine capable of producing a270hp horsepower at 5,500rpm against Chevy’s base 2.5L I4 engine producing 200hp of horsepower at 6300rpm.

Fuel efficiency

In this category, the Ford Ranger automatically bests the Chevy. The Ford’s base model comes with a ten-speed automatic transmission attached to its rear-wheel-drive system. This model has an EPA ratio of 21mpg while driving within the city and 26mpg when on the highway. Drivers opting for the 4-wheel-drive versions feature a fuel economy of 20mpg within the city and 24mpg on the highway.

On the other hand, the Chevy comes with an option of either a six-speed or an eight-speed automatic transmission for its models. The base model features a rear-wheel drive with a fuel economy of 21mpg in the city and 26mpg on the highway. Its four-wheel-drive versions offer 20/24 mpg.

Looking at the above comparison, it is safe to conclude that the Ranger bests the Chevy. With online test drives becoming the new normal for testing cars, Brondes Ford Toledo offers clients a chance to test out the 2021 Ford Ranger before making a decision. Schedule a Ford Ranger online test drive for the 2021 Ford Ranger at Brondes Ford Toledo to get a firsthand experience of the features and specs of the truck.

*All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.