2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | Colt |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
