2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 2006 Ferrari 612 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 275 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 Ferrari 612 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 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ferrari 612 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Ferrari Mitsubishi
Model 612 Colt
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5752 cc 1491 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 541 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 589 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 320 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.2 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 47 L


 

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