2006 Toyota Sienna vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sienna (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Toyota Sienna (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. 2006 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Toyota Sienna | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sienna | Colt |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3308 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9:01 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |