2009 Infiniti M vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 469 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2009 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti M | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
Model | M | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2834 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |