2003 Kia Visto vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Visto | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visto | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
