2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Colt and 2008 Saturn Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Astra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Astra weights approximately 220 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, 2008 Saturn Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
Model | Colt | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |