1993 Ford Contour vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Contour | Colt |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
