2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 473 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |
