2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea 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. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Colt | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
