2009 Kia Venga vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Venga | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Venga | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1065 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
