2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
