2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 144 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1870 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 22.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
