2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Colt and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Colt | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 975 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |