2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan 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 83 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Econovan | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2970 mm |
