2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colt | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2143 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 22.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
