2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2009 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2009 Renault Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Scenic.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2009 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
