2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Excursion (759 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Excursion | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 95 L |
