2003 Audi A2 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 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A2 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |
