2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 506 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 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Colt | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
