2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler Crossfire 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Chrysler Mitsubishi
Model Crossfire Colt
Year Released 2006 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 2970 cc
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 242 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 12.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 95 L


 

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