2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 553 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Colt | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |