2005 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Outback Sport | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
