2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cobalt | Colt |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2972 cc |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 95 L |