2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 3 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 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116. 2009 BMW 116 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 116 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2009 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Colt | 116 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 22.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
