2006 Saturn ION vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION.
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 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Saturn | Mitsubishi |
Model | ION | Colt |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |