2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 322 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.

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 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mitsubishi Colt 2006 Peugeot 307
Make Mitsubishi Peugeot
Model Colt 307
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1332 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 88.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 180 km/hour 183 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 60 L


 

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