2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Colt | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
