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Comparing Ford Ranger XL Chevrolet Colorado Chevrolet Colorado
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Year 2008
Make Ford
Model Ranger
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  Ford Ranger XL Chevrolet Colorado Chevrolet Colorado
MSRP $15,985.00 $21,590.00 $22,805.00
Invoice Pricing $15,107.00 $20,186.65 $21,322.68
Destination $695.00 $685.00 $725.00
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  Ford Ranger XL Chevrolet Colorado Chevrolet Colorado
Standard Engine 2.3L 143hp I4 2.9L 185hp I4 2.9L 185hp I4
Horsepower 143 @ 5250 RPM 185 @ 5600 RPM 185 @ 5600 RPM
Torque 154 @ 3750 RPM 190 @ 2800 RPM 190 @ 2800 RPM
Valves 4 4 4
Displacement (cc) 2260 2921 2921
Bore X Stroke (in.) 3.4 X 3.7 3.8 X 4 3.8 X 4
Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1 10.0:1
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