2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2972 cc |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |