2009 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.

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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Edge 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model Edge Colt
Year Released 2009 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 95 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 47 L


 

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