2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2002 Toyota F-1
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota F-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota F-1 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Toyota F-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota F-1 (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota F-1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota F-1 weights approximately 360 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2002 Toyota F-1 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | F-1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2998 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
