2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2009 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Dodge Sprinter 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Dodge Mitsubishi
Model Sprinter Colt
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2987 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9:01
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 7350 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 2740 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 4330 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 47 L