2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra. 2006 Opel Tigra 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 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Colt | Tigra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |