2005 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Regal weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Regal | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Regal | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
