2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A3 | Colt |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |