2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vectra | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
