2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sportage and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 437 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sportage | Colt |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2834 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 22.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 95 L |