2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Colt | 996 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |