2005 Renault Modus vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Modus would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Modus (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Renault Modus.
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, 2005 Renault Modus (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Modus | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Modus | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |
