2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 535 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.
Because 2006 BMW 335 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 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2006 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 BMW 335 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Colt | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |