2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1833 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
