2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 450 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercury |
| Model | Colt | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
