2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lanos | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
