2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto 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 115 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grande Punto | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |
