2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
