2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 226 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
