2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.

Because 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A4 Colt
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 2972 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1625 kg 1620 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 95 L


 

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