2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 350 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kangoo | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 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 Weight | 1200 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
