2009 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (213 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti.
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2009 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lacetti | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |