2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Colt and 2008 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 115 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 Mitsubishi Colt (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Colt | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |