2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1323 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum (530 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magnum | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
