2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
