2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 185 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 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Colt | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
