2000 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 565 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SL | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2834 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
