2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup

To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.

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 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mitsubishi Colt 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
Make Mitsubishi Volkswagen
Model Colt Pickup
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1332 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 77.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12 seconds 12.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 60 L


 

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