2005 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 1 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 477 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, 2005 Ford Escape (262 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
