2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.

Because 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Ram 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 Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Ram 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Dodge Mitsubishi
Model Ram Colt
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 2834 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 216 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 21.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 6350 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 95 L


 

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