2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 245 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
