2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Croma | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
