2006 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Yaris | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Yaris | Colt |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |