2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 2009 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mitsubishi Colt | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Colt | Thalia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |