2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Colt | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2956 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
