1996 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (213 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Colt |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
