2003 Seat Arosa vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Arosa | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Arosa | Colt |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |