2001 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage 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 53 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Sportage | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sportage | Colt |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2972 cc |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |