2006 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 450 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Kia Sorento 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Kia Mitsubishi
Model Sorento Colt
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 192 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9:01
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 47 L


 

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