2005 Kia Picanto 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 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 340 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Picanto | Colt |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |