2003 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 490 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 2003 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
