2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Colt and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (103 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Opel Astra (231 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (146 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Colt | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |