2001 Kia Retona vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Retona | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Retona | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2970 mm |
