2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac G6. 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 Pontiac G6 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2006 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Colt | G6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3490 cc |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |