2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Colt | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
