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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 410 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 Opel Astra (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (220 Nm @ 1800 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 | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.8 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 | 1040 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |