2000 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka.
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, 2000 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ka | Colt |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |