2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 400 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.
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, 2009 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Colt | Exeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2642 mm |