2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escalade | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 2972 cc |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |