2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2008 Ford F-150 and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-150 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-150 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 47 L |
