2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 230 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.
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, 2006 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | RunX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.4 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 | 1020 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
