2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 218 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Colt | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
