2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Colt | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
