2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,499 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | i10 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
