2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Pontiac Solstice were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Colt | Solstice |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |