2001 Ford EX vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | EX | Colt |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |