2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 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. Both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt are equipped with a 1,493 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
