2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 33 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (90 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1389 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 22.3 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
