2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Stratus 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 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 215 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 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Stratus | Colt |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2834 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |