2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 120 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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |