2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Colt | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |