2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Optra 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 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 618 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Optra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Optra | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2835 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
