2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (146 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
