2009 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |
