2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Picanto | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Picanto | Colt |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |