2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.

Because 2007 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A6 Colt
Year Released 2005 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2835 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 21.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 203 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 15.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1626 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 15.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 95 L


 

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