2001 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 172 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Frontera | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
