2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 663 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 Jaguar S-Type 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 Jaguar S-Type. 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 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S-Type | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
