2005 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monaro | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2970 mm |
