2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 930 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
Model | Colt | ION |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |