2006 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (74 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clio | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
