2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |