2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 620 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colt | CLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 22.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2874 mm |
