2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Rover 45, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Rover 45 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | Colt | 45 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 22.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |