2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2001 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 640 kg more than 2001 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2001 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
