2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2972 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
