1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | Colt |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2835 cc |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |