2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Scion tC
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Colt and 2008 Scion tC were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Scion tC.
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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Scion tC | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Scion |
Model | Colt | tC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |