2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Venza weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2009 Toyota Venza 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 Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Venza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
