2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry 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 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Camry. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
