2009 BMW 535 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 535 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
