2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Saturn Vue

To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine.

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 Saturn Vue (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2006 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mitsubishi Colt 2006 Saturn Vue
Make Mitsubishi Saturn
Model Colt Vue
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1332 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 94 HP 0 HP
Torque 125 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 61 L


 

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