2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 17 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (162 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Colt | Lancer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2376 cc |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |