2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 820 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Colt | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
