2006 Renault Scenic 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 Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic.
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 Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Scenic | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9:01 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
