2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Porsche 911

To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 32 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.

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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mitsubishi Colt 2013 Porsche 911
Make Mitsubishi Porsche
Model Colt 911
Year Released 2005 2013
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2972 cc 3800 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 523 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6750 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.8 : 1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1588 kg
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2350 mm


 

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