2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Durango and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 883 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Dodge Durango | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Durango | Colt |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 47 L |