2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ranger | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2430 mm |
