2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. 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 65 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo, 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1149 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
