2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane 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 12 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2004 Renault Megane, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
