2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charger | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2972 cc |
Horse Power | 368 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |