2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kangoo | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
