2005 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
