2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Colt and 2005 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 630 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 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 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mitsubishi Colt 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Mitsubishi Toyota
Model Colt Camry
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1332 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 95 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 325 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 70 L


 

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