2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 301 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 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A4 Colt
Year Released 2004 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2835 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 21.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 226 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.7 seconds 22.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 95 L


 

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