2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 606 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Liberty | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
