2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2006 Opel Vectra and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 515 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Opel Vectra | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
Model | Vectra | Colt |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |