2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kangoo | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
