2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 434 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 22.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
