2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. Both 2005 Peugeot 206 and 2011 Mitsubishi Colt are equipped with a 1,124 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 206 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
