2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 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 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
