2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 307 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (126 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Colt | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
