2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1309 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 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colt | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5328 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 119 L |
