2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 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 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mitsubishi Colt 2006 Porsche 911
Make Mitsubishi Porsche
Model Colt 911
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1332 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 95 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 76.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 306 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.7 seconds 4.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 12.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 89 L


 

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