2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma 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 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Croma. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Croma | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Croma | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2972 cc |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |