2008 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 81 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.

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 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Carens 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Kia Mitsubishi
Model Carens Colt
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.3:1 9:01
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 187 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 seconds 7.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1631 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 47 L


 

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